Monday, 21 January 2013

Firmware version 1.2.1 is now available for the EOS 1D X. It incorporates the following improvements
and fixes. 1. The function to disable the Image size selection button
has been added. See the instruction manual "EOS-1D X Firmware
Version 1.2.x Additional Function" (PDF file) included in the downloaded
firmware 1.2.1 folder for information on how to intentionally disable
this button, after the firmware update 1.2.1 has been installed in the
camera. 2. Fixes a phenomenon in which Err 70 and Err 80 may occur
during certain shooting conditions.

Tuesday, 15 January 2013

Canon Canada Inc., has opened Image Square, the Canon Experience Centre. This is a unique destination where visitors can interact with the latest
Canon technology and benefit from the expertise of photography and
business consultants.

Located at Eighth Avenue Place in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canon Image
Square is a ground-breaking, innovative and technologically-advanced
space specifically designed to encourage exploration and discovery.
Visitors will learn how Canon products and solutions can help them
capture their experiences, enhance their memories, and increase their
productivity, at home, at work and at play.

Canon Image Square features dynamic displays and demonstrations that
give visitors a true look at how Canon products work. This innovative
approach to the consumer experience includes:
• expert staff dedicated to answering questions, sharing tips, and finding information for visitors;
• full-motion thematic settings and sculptural exhibits where visitors
can test point-and-shoot and digital SLR cameras, a range of lenses and
accessories, plus a selection of printers;
• a touch screen media wall where visitors can post and interact with their own images.
• interactive discovery tables where visitors can select an image, learn
about its featuresand find directions to the related product station;
• a fully-operational showroom exhibiting a range of Canon print production devices and solutions for business needs;
• a photo studio outfitted with professional Canon digital SLR cameras, Speedlite flashguns and photo production software;
• a classroom-style learning space where expert staff will conduct
seminars, projector demos, presentations and Canon College photography
classes;
• a photo gallery curated by 500px, featuring the works of Alberta-based
photographers who use Canon equipment to bring remarkable images to
life.

Canon Image Square occupies approximately 6,600 square feet on the
ground floor of Eighth Avenue Place, a pre-certified LEED Platinum
building. Canon Image Square is accessible off 8th Avenue as well as
through the building’s main concourse.